Historic Nor’easter Hits NYC With Travel Restrictions

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An unprecedented winter storm is battering the Northeastern United States, affecting 59 million individuals with weather alerts and imposing a complete travel restriction in New York City.  Snow accumulation is reaching rates of up to three inches per hour, with some locations anticipating nearly 28 inches overnight. Wind gusts are hitting 70 mph, leading to power outages, flight cancellations, and perilous whiteout situations. Almost 4,000 flights have been cancelled, and many are without power across several states.  Governors from New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Pennsylvania have issued states of emergency. The National Guard has been deployed, schools are shut down, Broadway performances are cancelled, and officials are strongly advising residents to remain indoors.  Meteorologists predict this could be the most intense nor’easter to strike the area in almost ten years.  Please prioritize safety and preparedness.

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00:00This is not just another snowstorm.

00:02This is a historic blast hitting 59 million people at once.

00:06A powerful nor'easter is slamming the U.S. northeast.

00:09Snow is falling at up to 3 inches per hour.

00:12Winds are roaring up to 70 miles per hour.

00:14And travel is becoming nearly impossible.

00:17In New York City, a full travel ban is now in place.

00:20Mayor Zoran Mamdani has shut down streets, highways, and bridges.

00:24Schools are closed.

00:25Broadway shows are canceled.

00:27Even horse races are off.

00:30Forecasters say this could be the strongest storm in nearly a decade.

00:33Up to 28 inches of snow could bury parts of the region overnight.

00:37Temperatures are plunging to 20 degrees.

00:40Coastal flooding is also a major threat.

00:42More than 20,000 people are already without power in New Jersey.

00:46Nearly 4,000 flights have been canceled nationwide.

00:49Governors across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Massachusetts

00:55have declared states of emergency.

00:57The National Guard is on standby.

00:59Officials are warning everyone.

01:01Stay home.

01:02Stay off the roads.

01:03And prepare for the dark.

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01:06It is a full-scale winter assault.

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